STUDIO POLICY
Building Entrance and Exit Process
Dancers will be using a BACK DOOR DROP OFF & BACK DOOR PICK-UP process. The lobby waiting area is for students and parents of our younger dancers since we have limited space in the lobby.
Parents should drop off their child at the BACK of the studio no more than 5 MINUTES BEFORE the start of their class. Parents of young children should walk their children to the back door. Parents of older children can drop off, but please pull up as close to the door as possible.
PARENTS with children 6 AND UNDER should walk with their child up to the back door. It is also suggested that these parents consider waiting in their cars in our parking lot during class (especially during the first couple of weeks) to ensure their child is comfortable in their new surroundings.
Parents should park their cars in the back of the building making sure to leave enough space at the end of the aisle for other drivers to pass. DO NOT park all the way to the fence and impede the flow of traffic. You will be asked to move if you are blocking cars from being able to get around. We are also allowed to park in the area next to the ice machine off of US 87. If the gate is closed, please let a staff member know and we can open it.
Dancers will take their dance bag, shoes, and water bottles into class. No additional items, please.
Upon entering each class, there will be hand sanitizer if your dancer chooses to use some.
After class, dancers will line up single file and our instructors walk them to the lobby where they will be dismissed.
All Parents will be able to view classes in person during our Parent Observation days during the regular season. The schedule will be posted in our lobby, posted in your parent portal, and emailed out.
Classroom and Building Policies
Bring only the items needed for class. No extra toys/food/items from home.
MKDA dress code must be followed as well as hair secured and proper footwear. Dancers out of dress code will be sent an email. In the event of habitual dress code issues, dancers may be asked to sit out.
Bring your own water bottle.
When students arrive they will sit in the student waiting lobby until their classroom is open. At that time they will enter their classroom.
Please do not arrive more than 5 minutes before your class.
No gum or food is allowed in the classrooms.
Cell phones are not allowed to be used in the classrooms.
Instructors must be present in order for a dancer to be in a classroom. Do not let unsupervised children run and play in an empty studio.
Students must respect teachers, staff, and classmates or will be asked to observe class, instead of participate.
In the rare case of a parent or student showing disrespect or defamation to any parent, staff member, or student, a meeting will be called immediately and dismissal may be considered at the discretion of the studio director. Physical, mental, emotional or cyberbullying by parents, staff, or students will not be tolerated and may result in dismissal from the studio.
MK Dance Academy takes no responsibility for any stolen or misplaced property.
MK Dance Academy management reserves the right to change teachers or timetables when necessary at any time throughout the year.
CLASSROOM ETIQUETTE
Do not enter class until the teacher calls you in. Students will enter quietly, without running.
Arriving late and leaving early to class is not acceptable. If a student is late they may enter the class without talking and sit by the door until the teacher invites them to join the class. If a student is more than 15 minutes late they will not be permitted to take the class.
No walking in tap shoes in the hallway. Bring your shoes into the dance studio with you.
No street shoes in dance studios!
Follow class attire guidelines and dress code. No jewelry besides small stud earrings.
Hair must be in a neat bun or ponytail.
Take a class with a positive attitude.
Listen to every correction and apply it.
Project positive body language. Students should take a class with their arms by their side, not crossed or on hips, and maintain eye contact with the Instructor.
Show appreciation to fellow dancers by clapping after every class (except ballet), and by thanking your instructor (all classes).
Keep eyes on the instructor and take class quietly.
Bring in water to class only.
Sorry is not necessary when a mistake is made in class.
Leaning on barres or walls is disrespectful.
Parents are not allowed in the classroom.
Respect all instructors and classmates.
If a behavior problem occurs, the Instructor will give one verbal warning to the dancer. The second time there is a behavior problem, the dancer will be asked to sit out of class for 5 minutes. If the behavior problem still persists, the dancer will be asked to go to the front desk and call a parent to pick them up, and will not be allowed to finish the class or classes for the day.
Pick up your belongings and maintain an orderly studio. We recommend initiating your items. Lost and Found items will be kept for a week and then donated to Goodwill.
Watch Days
WATCH DAYS will be the first lesson of the months of October, February, and April and the last lesson in December. This is the lesson parents and visitors are invited to observe class. Remember, this is your day to see your child’s progress. Please do not disturb the class by visiting amongst yourselves. Silence your phone. Please keep siblings seated and quiet.
During regular class times, Parents are asked to walk their child inside the building and then wait in the waiting room or run a quick errand. During regular lessons, we will need one parent volunteer to stay in the Studio and act as a monitor. Duties may include; escorting younger children to the restroom, helping with the changing of shoes, etc. Look for a sign-up sheet if you would like to help.
When class is dismissed, please come inside to retrieve your child. Try to make eye contact with an instructor, monitor, or studio staff so we know who actually picked up your child. Please remind your child to always wait until you have come inside to get him or her.
Health for Employees & Customers
Keeping our dance family safe is our most important concern!
KEEP YOUR CHILD HOME IF:
- Your child has been exhibiting symptoms of being sick such as constant coughing, sneezing, vomiting etc within the past 48 hours
- Anyone in your home has experienced a temperature or other “flu-like” symptoms within the past 48 hours
- You have been exposed to COVID-19 and are under quarantine
- Reminder- if your child is ill or needs to remain home due to quarantine or family illness, you can always make up your class.
Holiday & School Closings
We follow the La Vernia Independent School District for holiday and inclement weather school closings.
Our Studio Calendar tab can be found under the About Us tab on the primary menu.